Kelly Rios
Resident in Counseling
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (804) 567-7269
Available both in-person and online
8814 Fargo Road Richmond, VA 23229
Feeling stuck? You don’t have to stay that way.
Life can feel overwhelming, whether it’s anxiety that keeps you up at night, past trauma that still shows up in your daily life, or just feeling “too much” or “not enough.” Maybe you’ve started noticing patterns in your relationships, your emotions, or how others treat you, and you’re wondering how to finally break free. You might feel numb, drained, or overly sensitive, but you also want to feel grounded, more at peace, and more like yourself again. You deserve support that feels safe and human.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, and depression, using parts work, somatic therapy, and EMDR. I also integrate other modalities as needed to tailor an experience designed around you. My approach is warm, trauma informed, and focused on helping you feel understood, not judged, while learning practical tools to help you feel more in control of your life.
Therapy doesn’t have to feel intimidating. Together, we’ll unpack what’s been weighing you down and build skills that help you reconnect with yourself, strengthen relationships, and move through the world with more ease.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. Let’s take it one step at a time, together. When you’re ready, I’d love to hear from you.
Call or Email Kelly Rios Santos now for a free 15 minute consultation - (804) 567-7269
Let's Connect (804) 567-7269
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Anthem HealthKeepers
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Molina Healthcare
- Sentara Health Plans
Kelly Rios Santos
Resident in Counseling
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (804) 567-7269
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Virginia / 0704017302 Supervised by Thistle Newcomb (Virginia / 0701004038) Kelly Rios Santos
- Attended Virginia Commonwealth University, Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling, MS
- Certificate from EMDRIA (EMDR International Association) EMDR Basic Training / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Kelly Rios Santos
Resident in Counseling
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (804) 567-7269
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Coping Skills
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Autism
- Body Image
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Caregivers
- Codependency
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Kelly Rios Santos
Resident in Counseling
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (804) 567-7269
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Existential
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Kelly Rios Santos
Resident in Counseling
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (804) 567-7269